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    Jan Harold Brunvand es un profesor emérito de inglés reconocido por popularizar el concepto de la leyenda urbana, o folklore moderno. Antes de su trabajo, los cuentos populares se asociaban con tiempos antiguos o culturas rurales; el avance de Brunvand fue aplicar conceptos académicos de folclore a historias que circulan en el mundo moderno. Su obra pionera tomó el folclore del pasado y demostró su vibrante presencia en nuestra era digital contemporánea.

    The Vanishing Hitch-hiker
    Too Good To Be True
    Encyclopedia of Urban Legends

    • Encyclopedia of Urban Legends

      • 560 páginas
      • 20 horas de lectura

      Exploring the intriguing world of urban legends, this reference work offers alphabetical entries on a vast array of bizarre tales, from the ice man to the bullet baby. It delves into individual legends, their variations, and overarching themes, while also examining their connections to literature, film, and music. Recognized as a Booklist Editors' Choice in 2001, the book is both informative and engaging, making it a compelling read from start to finish. Compiled by a leading authority on contemporary folklore, it stands out for its depth and accessibility.

      Encyclopedia of Urban Legends2002
      4,0

    • Too Good To Be True

      • 539 páginas
      • 19 horas de lectura

      The colossal classic becomes even more colossal with a new chapter of recent urban legends.

      Too Good To Be True1999
      3,8

    • The Vanishing Hitch-hiker

      American Urban Legends and Their Meanings

      • 156 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      The book that launched America's urban legend obsession!

      The Vanishing Hitch-hiker1983
      3,4